Water & Wastewater Lead Operator

Class Summary 
Under the direction of the Utilities Superintendent, the Water and Wastewater Lead Operator, operates and supervises utility operations. The lead operator is responsible for water plant operations, water production, water distribution systems, sewer treatment operations, lift station operations, sewer collection system, regular and preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs. This employee will use independent judgment, being fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit with minimal supervisory responsibility.

Essential Job Functions 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists the Utilities Superintendent in planning, organizing, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of employees engaged in the daily operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, advanced water treatment facility, and reclaimed water distribution and disposal facilities
• Operation and maintenance of facilities to meet all applicable regulatory requirements and in accordance with design criteria. Assists in developing and implementing techniques and methods of process control which increase plant efficiency
• Coordinates equipment repair or replacement such that plant effluent quality limits are maintained
• Works with Utility Superintendent to oversee the work of others contracted to work on plant components
• Manages wastewater flow, equipment operations, performs laboratory analyses to ensure adequate process control
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and submits to the utility superintendent
• Assists in overseeing and implementing the preventive maintenance program for all facilities
• Assists in the implementation of the plant safety program
• Assists in training WWTP operators, field techs and maintenance techs
• Prepares work orders using a software work order system
• Initiates requisitions for tools, materials, equipment, and services
• May be required to work rotating shifts, and subject to on-call emergencies
• This position is Essential. During an emergency, this position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the general public and continuity of city operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position

Minimum Qualifications 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands and environmental conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Work requires sufficient physical strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential functions. Duties also require frequent sitting, walking, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending. Work also requires employee to climb and work from ladders and supports up to heights of 45 feet. Work is performed primarily outdoors and exposes employee to potential hazards such as extreme weather conditions, dust, noise, and exhaust fumes. Employee is also exposed to potential physical hazards when working off ladders and supports, and to potential chemical hazards when handling and applying chemicals. Work requires the frequent use of safety clothing and equipment and compliance with safety rules and procedures.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
Work requires a High school diploma or GED with a minimum of four (4) years of previous experience in operations and maintenance of water systems and wastewater systems.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures
• Understand the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of wastewater treatment plant components
• Understand the mechanical, biological, and chemical processes involved in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant
• Understand the occupational hazards in wastewater treatment plants and safety measures to be implemented
• Work with raw sewage and chemicals using normal protective equipment
• Recognize equipment and needed repairs and process problems
• Reads water meters and troubleshoots reading issues
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language and perform calculations using equations and formulas to determine required materials
• Perform, analyze, and interpret laboratory tests for the purpose of making operational adjustments
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices including confined spaces
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Supplemental Information 
License, Certifications, and Other Requirements:
Valid State of Texas Driver License
Class C Groundwater Operators License
Class C Wastewater Operators License and ability to obtain Class B Wastewater within two years
Supervisory experience preferred
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check and MVR check

The City of Fulshear provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package that includes the following: medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability (LTD), vision, flexible spending options, employee assistance program, retirement, and deferred compensation programs. Medical, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment. Medical, dental, vision, LTD, and Life premiums are paid 100% by the City for all full time employees. The City also provides vacation, sick leave, holidays, bereavement, jury leave, and military leave.

HEALTH INSURANCE
The city offers employees medical insurance through United Health Care. There is no Primary Care Physician (PCP) required. You have the option to choose one of the following plans: United Health Care Choice Plus EPO (co-pay) or United Health Care Choice Plus HSA (high deductible plan).

FLEXIBLE SPENDING OPTIONS
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care) allow the employee to pay for certain un-reimbursed health expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. Health Care Flexible Spending account is limited use when combined with the United Health Care Choice Plus HSA. City of Fulshear will contribute $3100.00 annually to your HSA plan (amount contributed is prorated based on start date).

DENTAL INSURANCE
The City offers employees dental insurance through Guardian. This plan is unique in that it allows you to choose any licensed dentist for covered services and the plan pays at the reasonable and customary rate until annual maximum. We offer a base plan as well as a buy up plan which would include child orthodontia coverage.

VISION
The City offers vision insurance through Guardian. Guardian Vision plan offers benefits for eye exams, frames and lenses or contact lenses.

LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides a $25,000.00 life insurance policy to all full-time employees which includes an accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) through Guardian . Additional voluntary Guardian life insurance and AD&D options are available for employees and their families.

LONG TERM DISABILITY
Long Term Disability is funded completely by the City and is intended to help continue your income if you become unable to work due to illness or injury.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - EAP
EAP services are provided through Alliance Work Partners. Program benefits include 24-Hour call centers, short-term counseling (up to 8 sessions), and work life solutions (legal and finance guidance), health and wellness programs as well as personal and professional development. This program is also available to anyone that lives in your household.

AFLAC
Employees have the option of enrolling in AFLAC as a pre-tax benefit. The City does not cover any deductible, copays, or premiums associated with this benefit.

TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM – TMRS
The City of Fulshear offers a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System. The City of Fulshear's TMRS plan requires a contribution (made by means of bi-weekly payroll deductions) equal to seven percent (7%) of the salary of each regular full-time City employee. The City matches employee contributions on a 2 to 1 basis after the employee is vested at the time of retirement. Vesting occurs after five (5) years of employment. Supplemental death benefits are offered by TMRS, who will pay a one-time lump sum payment approximately equal to one year's salary based on the 12 months prior to death.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
In addition to TMRS retirement, 457B plans are available. The purpose of these plans is to allow an employee to set aside a portion of his/her salary and receive its value at retirement.

LEAVE ACCURAL
The City offers the following leave per year:

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year
• 120 hours of sick leave hours per year, accrued
• Three (3) days personal leave
• Employees accrue paid vacation on a calendar year basis starting your first pay period.
• Up to two (2) weeks paid vacation in year one (1) through five (5)
• Three (3) weeks paid vacation after five (5) years of service

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Membership and paid dues for participation in professional association(s) relevant to the position. Tuition reimbursement for continuing education, with service commitment requirements.

Salary : $54,059 - $59,467